Brian in the Kitchen Recipes
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July 30 2015
Minetta Burger
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/4 cup water
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 pounds ground sirloin (or a combination of ground beef short ribs and brisket)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, thinly sliced
4 brioche buns, split and toasted
Lettuce, tomato slices and pickles, for serving
In a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the onion and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until deep golden, about 40 minutes. Add the water and scrape up any browned bits. Cook until the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes. Season the caramelized onion with salt and pepper; keep warm.
Gently shape the sirloin into four 1-inch-thick patties. Season generously with salt and pepper. In a large cast-iron skillet, heat the oil. Cook the burgers over moderately high heat until deep brown outside and medium-rare within, about 6 minutes per side. During the last 2 minutes, top the burgers with the cheese and cover loosely with foil so the cheese melts.
Transfer the burgers to the buns, top with the caramelized onion and serve with a side of lettuce, tomato and pickles.
(Minetta Tavern in Manhattan, has become known for its spectacular hamburgers. The restaurant's namesake burger is made with a blend of beef short rib and brisket)